NTUC urges employers to safeguard workers' health as haze persists
While no stop-work order has been issued, NTUC said that employers should exercise discretion and flexibility and make necessary adjustments where it involves minimising the risks posed by haze exposure to workers. -AsiaOne
Haze update: Record 321 PSI at 10pm; plans in place if haze worsens
The Ministry of Manpower will provide an update to employers today about what to do, while the Ministry of Health has also alerted hospitals to cope with a potential increase in patients with respiratory problems. - ST
From zero to 60 in a life lived on the go
Slimmer now, and without his trademark suspenders, sharpshooting Xpress Holdings chief executive Fong Kah Kuen would like to spend time nurturing his franchisees instead of sitting in an office. -ST
Palm oil companies listed in Singapore deny using fire to clear land
Some companies added that they monitor contractors and sub-contractors to ensure they comply with the no-burn policy as well. -ST
10 types of bosses found in Singapore offices
Bosses can be the reason 'work sometimes' seems like a dirty word. Here are the 10 types of bosses most Singapore office workers will have to live with at some point in their careers. -AsiaOne
No rental increase for two-years for those whose incomes cross the $800-a-month mark
This is in a bid to avoid a "cliff" effect that occurs for low-income Singaporeans who rent flats from HDB when their wages rise. -ST
When wages fail to grow along with economy
For almost 40 years, incomes went up every year, and in large dollops. Then, for reasons that are not yet clear, the brakes were applied and the racing car slowed down considerably. -Singapolitics
Help for the first-time home buyer
For the first-time property buyer, purchasing a home can be a daunting task. What kind of property should one be looking for? What can one expect to shell out in cash, and what loans are available? -My Paper
Blast from the past
Vincent Lim and Sherry See's home has an old kopitiam feel and they have filled it with retro pieces similar to the ones they grew up with. -BT
Staff benefits not valued highly by Asia-Pac employees: Survey
More employers are zooming in on staff benefits as a carrot to retain or woo talent in a highly competitive market. -ST
Some STI stocks near 52-week lows
Bargain-hunters might be tempted, although analysts warn that the index could slide further, sending the stocks even lower. -ST
Murdoch's divorce from wife will not affect News Corp: Source
Analysts said the end of the Murdochs' marriage was unlikely to have an impact on the media empire.
Bullish prices for Jurong condo launch
Average prices at J Gateway in new growth area tipped to hit $1,650 psf. -ST
5 land parcels released for sale this month; estimated to yield 3,600 housing units
These include two Executive Condominium (EC) sites at Punggol Drive and Yuan Ching Road launched for sale today. -ST
Weirdest homes from around the world
Not everyone lives in tall buildings or cosy landed homes like the ones in Singapore. From a house built on a rock in the middle of a river to an upside-down house, here are the most bizarre homes from around the world. -AsiaOne
Investor Relation

Personal Finance

Make your money work harder

Should you invest in safe but slow-growing unit trusts? Or something riskier with better returns? Here are your options and tips to help you minimise risk and keep your money safer, for longer. -Simply Her

Interest rate for Special and Medisave Accounts to stay at 4%

Banking on managing wealth pays off for UBS

Few non-unionised firms heed pay guide

Car firm boss shifts gears on money

Knowing CPF, CPF Life and retirement

Property

Backdated forms at heart of row

Key point raised after buyers take case to court when owner pulls out of $3.7m deal. -BT

No rental increase for two-years for those whose incomes cross the $800-a-month mark

99-year leasehold site draws top bid of $156.7m

Cecil site up for sale at minimum bid of $624m

Help for the first-time home buyer

Blast from the past

Career

Remisiers who fail exam can still trade

But they must accept a smaller cut of commission on complex investments. -ST

10 types of bosses found in Singapore offices

Before saying ‘yes’ to that job…

“Boss, about that raise…”

Taking a closer look at internships

Civil servants to get 0.4 month mid-year bonus in July

SME Central

NTUC urges employers to safeguard workers' health as haze persists

While no stop-work order has been issued, NTUC said that employers should exercise discretion and flexibility and make necessary adjustments where it involves minimising the risks posed by haze exposure to workers. -AsiaOne

Breathing new life into funeral business

From zero to 60 in a life lived on the go

Staff benefits not valued highly by Asia-Pac employees: Survey

SIA pilots' union committee resolves year of turbulence

Mixing work and family is Kydz' play